As of 12 noon today, voter turnout for the presidential election has surpassed 45% nationwide, indicating strong participation across various districts. Below are the voting percentages recorded in several key districts:
- Colombo: 50%
- Nuwara Eliya: 45%
- Galle: 42%
- Matara: 35%
- Kurunegala: 50%
- Puttalam: 42%
- Anuradhapura: 50%
- Polonnaruwa: 44%
- Monaragala: 32%
- Gampaha: 52%
- Jaffna: 35%
- Mullaitivu: 46%
- Vavuniya: 51%
- Mannar: 40%
- Badulla: 40%
- Ratnapura: 58%
- Kegalle: 49%
- Batticaloa: 23%
- Trincomalee: 51%
The turnout reflects significant engagement from the electorate as they participate in this crucial election to select the next president of Sri Lanka. With voting continuing throughout the day, expectations are high for increased participation as the polls remain open until 4:00 pm.
